Celebrities Mourn the Death of George Michael

The singer's memory will live on.

Yesterday (December 25), the world learned of the loss of pop icon George Michael. He was found dead at his home in Oxfordshire, England, and had reportedly died of heart failure. His manager, Michael Lippman, explained that he had died peacefully.

In a statement, his publicist Connie Filippello wrote, "It is with great sadness that we can confirm our beloved son, brother and friend George passed away peacefully at home over the Christmas period. The family would ask that their privacy be respected at this difficult and emotional time. There will be no further comment at this stage."

George Michael was more than just a pop star – he was an inspiration to his fans, including many celebrities. In the hours since his passing, many stars have taken to Twitter to express their thoughts and honor his memory.

James Corden wrote, "I've loved George Michael for as long as I can remember. He was an absolute inspiration. Always ahead of his time."